Summary
EURUS S.A.P.I. Wind Farm has been developed as one of the largest wind farms in the world, and it will cover 25% of the energy needs of CEMEX in Mexico. The project is located in La Venta, Mexico, and will utilize a total of 48 hectares within a site of 2,658 hectares. The wind farm operates with 167 wind turbines of 1,5 MW each, associated control facilities, and connected to the national grid through a 230 kV transmission line to the Juchitán II substation. This 250.5 MW wind power project generates 989,5 GWh of renewable energy every year, the equivalent of providing energy for a population of 500,000 residents with 25% less emissions. EURUS S.A.P.I. will help facilitate Mexico’s transition to a low carbon economy and prevent the emission of 600,000 tons of CO2 every year. The project has also spearheaded a strong social management program with a community investment plan focused in promoting self-employment, education, and community collaboration in La Venta through workshops, training sessions, construction projects, and other initiatives respecting the local customs and cultural heritage.
Research director
Dr. Andreas Georgoulias
Research core team
Cristina Contreras, ENV-SP • Judith Rodriguez, ENV-SP
Case study written by
Arianna Galan, Master in Architecture I 2016
Editors
Laurel Schwab, Masters in Urban Planning 2016 • Anthony Stahl, MDesS Real Estate and the Built Environment 2016
